Khedira out of World Cup final, replaced by Kramer

RIO DE JANEIRO - Germany midfielder Sami Khedira is a late withdrawal from the World Cup final with a calf injury and will not play. He is replaced by Christoph Kramer.

Angel Di Maria will not start for Argentina in the World Cup final against Germany after struggling with a thigh injury.

Di Maria also missed the semifinal win over the Netherlands, and the speedy winger's absence is a big blow for Argentina's attack.

Lionel Messi spearheads Argentina's attack alongside Gonzalo Higuain, with Sergio Aguero on the bench. Aguero has also struggled with a thigh injury. Argentina also stayed with the same lineup that started in the semifinals.